The Nashville Predators posted a crushing 5-1 win over the Winnipeg Jets, while the Columbus Blue Jackets overcame the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-3.

Elsewhere, the Dallas Stars edged the Vancouver Canucks 2-1, the New York Islanders lost 3-2 to the San Jose Sharks and the Arizona Coyotes trumped the Edmonton Oilers by the same scoreline but in a shoot-out.

PENGUINS SEEKING RESPONSE

After losing to the Wild, the Penguins return to the ice to face the Devils on Saturday. The Montreal Canadiens take on the Red Wings, while the Blackhawks meet the Los Angeles Kings on a day featuring nine games.